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TANK86 has been creating its own particular brand of heavy instrumentalism since 2005. Two guitars, bass and drums are all the tools this band needs to get their heavy point across. A high dosage of riffs, harmonised layers and unconventional song structures effectively dismiss any need for vocals. No time for singing when you are pounded into oblivion...

TANK86 released its first EP "Ariba" in 2005. After the release of their second EP "Behold" in 2008 they joined Dozer on a European tour and played craploads of shows with the likes of Pelican and Monster Magnet.

2011 saw the sound of the band fully mature with the release of TANK86's first full-length album "Rise". Guest appearances of Peter van Elderen (Peter Pan Speedrock) and Tommi Holappa (Dozer/Greenleaf) add to the massive sound of the record. "Rise" was much praised by the international press and more touring ensued.

Between touring and many more shows with bands like Karma to Burn, The Sword and Truckfighters, in 2012 the band played a showcase at the legendary Roadburn Festival and released a split 7" vinyl with their heavy instrumental brothers SardoniS.

Now the year is 2015 and TANK86 is ready to release their next full-length album "Obey" on Lighttown Fidelity / Rising Magma Records. A logical next step after the instrumental onslaught of "Rise", the band continues to evolve their sound adding more atmosphere and depth to their signature heaviness, without ever losing sight of the mighty riff.

A few weeks ago we hit the road to Germany and along for the ride was the awesome mister Bas van Poppel (a.k.a. Treble). This sexy gentleman was kind enough to support our kickstarter to grab himself a spot on our backseat.

Good times were had all weekend and he even managed to sell more merch than our ugly faces were ever capable of. So a huge, huge thanks to Bas for being awesome. May heavy riffs fill your ears for years to come good sir!

The March edition of Dutch guitarmagazine "Gitarist" features an interview with Joost and Harold about our DIY mentality, our gear and our recording process for OBEY. Good read (if you speak Dutch that is...)

WEEDEATER (us)
With a sound and presence like no other band in the world, Weedeater stand apart from all others, both live and on their recordings. Their unfiltered and unrefined energy surges uncontrollably through the band and anyone who bears witness to their live show. Spite and deep resentment somehow fuse with comedy and maximum volume to produce an indignant, vomitous (both figuratively and sometimes literally) performance that is forced upon the willing yet hapless crowd. You are instantly swallowed whole by both Dixie and Shep's nearly indistinguishable monster bass and guitar tones, and you are absolutely beaten to a bloody pulp and scared for your life by Keko's crazed, yet amazingly potent bashing of his kit; with sticks that look like tree trunks turning into a splintered mess by the end of every song. Pure, unabashed, musical violence in every form. It's real, and it's dangerous, and it feels so damn good.
http://www.weedmetal.com/
https://www.facebook.com/weedmetal
KING PARROT(aus)
Drawing influence primarily from the thrash, grind, hardcore and punk scenes of the 80’s and 90’s, a new sound was created fusing those styles and attitudes with a fresh approach that encapsulates their aggression, humour and intensity seamlessly.
https://www.facebook.com/kingparrotband
HEDONIST(b)
Imagine Lemmy joining hands with the neckbreaking High On Fire, only to play some lost Slayer-riffs and hitch a ride home with an early version of Spiritual Beggars. Even better? Hell yeah!
http://www.ihedonist.net
https://www.facebook.com/ihedonist
TANK86(hol)
TANK86 delivers mighty sonic blows, never losing sight of the almighty riff, pounding you into oblivion. Instrumental heaviness.
http://tank86.com
https://www.facebook.com/TANK86
FRIDAY MARCH 6th
KAVKA JC - ANTWERPEN
DOORS: 19h30 1ST BAND: 20h00
PRESALE: €13.00 - AT THE DOORS: €16.00
www.heartbreaktunes.com